McPherson County, NE Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 421 | 1,957,609 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 0.5 | 25.3 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 1.53% | 0.63% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 47.6 | 38.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 196 | 786,867 | 128,459,983 |
Population in McPherson County declined by 7.0% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 463 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
McPherson County has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,357 | $74,987 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.07% | 4.57% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 1.0% | 3.0% | 5.2% |
The median household income in McPherson County is about 13% lower than in Nebraska.
Housing
| Metric | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | — | $167,658 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $653 | $1,035 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 73.0% | 66.5% | 65.1% |
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in McPherson County spend about 31 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 131 hours, about 5.4 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 15.7 | 16.9 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 31.3 | 33.9 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 131 | 141 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $4,047 | $4,376 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 19.5% | 10.0% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | — | 5,179 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 35 | 691 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Nebraska:
Garfield County (6.8 min), Garden County (7.1 min), Box Butte County (7.8 min).
Slowest:
Cass County (28.7 min), Saunders County (26.4 min), Howard County (25.9 min).
The average commute time in McPherson County is 16 minutes, shorter than the 17 minutes in Nebraska.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
McPherson County has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19.2% | 30.8% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.36 | 2.43 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Nebraska:
Sarpy County (0.3), Lancaster County (0.3), Douglas County (0.3).
Lowest:
Dakota County (0.2), Colfax County (0.2), Dawson County (0.2).
Health
| Metric | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | — | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 14.1% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 18.2% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Nebraska:
Wayne County (0.8), Sarpy County (0.8), Lancaster County (0.8).
Lowest:
Thurston County (0.8), Pawnee County (0.8), Dundy County (0.8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about McPherson County, Nebraska.
What is the population of McPherson County, Nebraska?
The population of McPherson County, Nebraska is 421, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of McPherson County, Nebraska?
The population density of McPherson County, Nebraska is 0.5 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in McPherson County, Nebraska?
The median household income in McPherson County, Nebraska is $65,357, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the unemployment rate in McPherson County, Nebraska?
The unemployment rate in McPherson County, Nebraska is 1.0%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.